Black Canyon of Gunnison National Park, near Montrose on the Western Slope, features great hiking, scenic driving and expert climbing and paddling.

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You've already worn out the singletrack trails at Lory State Park. And how many times have you hiked Horsetooth Rock?

Perhaps a weekend of change to break up the monotony is in order. How about a trip over the mountains, to the Western Slope?

Here are our favorite Western Slope destinations for adventure seekers. Try a new hiking trail, perhaps bag a San Juan fourteener, fish in a different reservoir or visit two of Colorado's most prestigious national parks. Have fun Xplorin'.National parks ...